Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Golf Petrol 1598cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 142,889 miles on the clock, averaging 9,414 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 engine is known for check dvsa recall data directly and search specialist vag forums.
MOT & Mileage History for MM53 EPV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 142,889 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,605 |
| Average per year | 9,414 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MM53 EPV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MM53 EPV
What car is MM53 EPV?
MM53 EPV is an silver Volkswagen Golf, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MM53 EPV?
The last recorded mileage for MM53 EPV was 142,889 miles, recorded on 8 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MM53 EPV passed its MOT?
MM53 EPV has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Mar 2018.
Is MM53 EPV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM53 EPV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MM53 EPV?
MM53 EPV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.